Wayne Anthony Kallio

Wayne was born in Worcester on February 6^th, 1978, notably during the “Blizzard of 78”.  Raised in Worcester, he graduated from Worcester Boys Trade with a focus on Electrical work.  He then began his career as an electrician, working for the IBEW electrical workers union local 96, before accepting other electrical positions, most recently as a Journeyman electrician for General Mechanical Contractors Inc.   He has lived here all his life. 

Wayne is survived by his wife, Love of his Life and soulmate, Susan Aboody-Kallio; three children he adored and enjoyed spending so much time with, Jacinthia, Wayne, and Ava,  all of Worcester;  his father, Wayne Kallio and his wife Tammy of Worcester, his mother Merilyn (Salerno) Miller and her husband Phillip of Shrewsbury; a sister, Karen ( Kallio) Loftus and her husband Bill two brothers, Matthew Kallio and David Miller; his mother in law, Sandra (Brunelle) Aboody, brother-in-laws Richard and Christian Aboody; his maternal Grandmother Virginia Salerno;  Aunt and Uncle, instrumental in his life Donald and Elaine Kallio of Rhode Island; Many nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends  He was pre-deceased by his paternal Grandparents Tauno Kallio, Helen (Johnson) Kallio. His maternal Grandfather Leonard Salerno, and his father-in-law Richard Aboody.

Wayne was a member of the IBEW, Union Local 96.  Along with his wife and children, not a thing in life came before them.  He was the backbone and light of his family and remained devoted to them in life and challenges no matter what.  Wayne was a beautiful person who enjoyed the simple pleasures of life; spending time with family and friends, attending his children’s activities, family trips to the Beaches of New England, movies, kids sports and Basketball, and an avid Nike lover.   He also had a big heart that would help anyone who needed it, lending a hand to care for people especially family members.   He truly believed that family and friends were the most important parts of life, Wayne was very generous with his love, time and resources.   His strength kept him grounded and helped him through life's challenge over the past several months.  Wayne’s passing leaves a hole in our hearts, but his loving and caring soul will not be forgotten.

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, funeral services will be held privately. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.    In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances in his name can be made to Dana Farber Cancer Institute/Wayne Kallio P.O Box 849168 Boston, Ma 02284. Donations can also be made to the children’s fund at TD Bank North in C/O Susan Aboody-Kallio. 

We would like to thank all the health care providers that have cared for Wayne. Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Umass Memorial University, Beaumont Facility, and Salmon Hospice. Special thank you to Dr.Sonali Harchandani for her tremendous caring heart. Also to Hospice nurse Katherine Carelli for making Waynes end of life so peaceful.  We thank you all for continuing the care through this very scary time.  We are unbelievably thankful from the bottom of our hearts.  The phone calls, text messages, rides, overnight sleepovers to care for Wayne. And all the special acts of kindness. Never have gone unnoticed and we cannot express enough appreciation.